Vote Today! Governor’s Council Race Will Shape Next Generation of Mass. Judiciary

by Rich Vetstein on September 9, 2014

in Massachusetts Real Estate Law

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I endorse Charlie Shapiro and Robert Jubinville

Today is the Massachusetts Primary Election. In Democrat-dominated Massachusetts, today’s election is often more important than the general election in November. Please take the time to exercise your civic duty and vote today.

As far as this real estate law is concerned, the Governor’s Council race is important as it will shape the future of the Massachusetts judiciary. The Governor’s Council has the final say on all judicial nominations. There are two races which I will comment on.

District 3 (Sudbury, Concord, Marlboro, Watertown, Newton, Brookline Weston, Waltham, much of Wellesley): Marilyn Petitto Devaney (Incumbent) faces a challenge from Charlie Shapiro of Newton. As you may recall from reading this Blog, Ms. Devaney was one of the leaders of the shameful opposition to Jewish nominee Joseph Berman stemming from his affiliation with the Anti-Defamation League and its position on Armenian Genocide recognition.

Devaney is certainly a colorful character, but in my opinion, Charlie Shapiro has a much better background and temperament to be trusted to select the next generation of Massachusetts judges. A former teacher and broadcaster, he is a former Newton City Alderman, and created the Alzheimer’s Silver Alert Program which tracks down missing elderly folks. Mr. Shapiro has garnered an impressive list of endorsements including Rep. John Lawn, Rep. Alice Peisch, Rep. Jay Kaufman and current Councillor Mike Albano. Going forward, we need less drama and more competency on the Council. Vote Shapiro. 

My Endorsement: Charlie Shapiro

District 2 (Milton, Sharon, and southern metro) Robert L. Jubinville (Incumbent) faces a challenge from Bart Timilty. Although Bob Jubinville ultimately voted against Joe Berman, I still think he’s a great Governor’s Councillor and actually one of the best on the panel. He’s a long time practicing litigator with decades of real life experience before judges. His advocacy for addiction and heroin treatment is also extremely impressive. He is also a former State Police Detective. Bob is really an ideal fit for the position. 

My Endorsement: Robert Jubinville

Don’t complain, vote!

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